Research Technician

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The research technician will be instrumental in the smooth operation and oversight of two grant funded projects related to family and child health, under the supervision of Dr. Mandy Archibald. Within this role, the research technician will demonstrate autonomy, self-direction, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- Master's degree in a health-related field, including a qualitative research project (e.g., thesis) is required.
- Experience with all phases of carrying out a research project; both qualitative and quantitative health research required.
- Experience in leading qualitative data management and analysis, preferably in the social or health sciences required.
- Experience with survey data collection, individual open-ended interviews, writing field notes, participant observation, focus group interviews required.
- Must have experience with drafting technical reports, brief non-technical reports for communities, academic publications and presentations, and other written documents as requested.
- Experience with statistical and other computer software related to word processing for data collection or organization required.
- Must be familiar with confidentiality and security issues related to research essential.
- Must have experience using statistical and other computer software related to word processing and data management (e.g., Microsoft Office, SPSS, Reference Management System - Zotero).
- Must have experience with literature searches and retrieval, as well as grant writing.
- Experience in knowledge translation is an asset.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills are required.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others is required.
- Good organizational skills required.
- Must be able to work within time and budget constraints required.
- Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential, with academic and non-academic individuals required.
- Ability and willingness to learn new processes and techniques required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: June 24, 2025**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $47,684.00-$68,468.40 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-28